Among the most basic reasons why informatics has become a part of every field is the need for individuals with the perspective to evaluate a person’s social entity within the business phenomenon and the standpoint to view the business not only as an organization but as a fact that includes the dynamics of information. Istinye University Department of Management Information Systems aims to educate individuals who find solutions to the problems of society by using business strategies and tools based on business functions.
The main question about Management Information Systems is whether it is a software- or business-oriented department. However, when similar departments across the world are examined, it is seen that they focus on educating individuals who are equipped to use technology to improve human life. This requires software and business to be taught in perfect balance and harmony. In this respect, Management Information Systems provides students with an up-to-date and rich content program. Below is an overview of the Management Information Systems Departments of reputable universities outside Turkey.
| Management Information Systems | Computer / Software Engineering | |
| Focus Point | Organization | Software |
| Target | Able to construct a more efficient and effective business environment | Reliable (error-free) computer program development |
| Basic Skills | Problem solving | Logic / Method |
| Basic Task | Constructing correct and effective information systems that meet the needs of the business | Realizing information systems that meet needs |
| Theoretical and practical knowledge | Balanced | Application-oriented |
| Job Title | Analyst/Designer | Developer |
| Career Goal | Business Analyst System Analyst Data Analyst | Software Developer Data Analyst |
Characteristics of an İstinye MIS Graduate:
Able to solve complex problems with social and technical aspects
Uses technology strategically to solve human problems
Able to recognize the general picture and the details/patterns in that picture
Manages time and resources well
Able to analyze events/problems with an understanding of system design and analysis
Can provide the necessary communication between the worlds of technology and business
Able to effectively and efficiently manage the processes from data to information, and from information to information
Job Opportunities for Graduates
The Management Information Systems Department has an integrated working area. This area has a dynamic structure that requires addressing both technology and business. In this context, the job opportunities for our graduates include but are not limited to the following:
Business Analyst
Business Application Developer
IT Consultant
Systems Analyst
IT Development Project Leader
Database Administrator
Business Intelligence Analyst
Systems Developer
Database Analyst
Web Developer
Information Systems Manager
Human-Computer Interaction Specialist
Data Analyst
Data Visualization Specialist
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